English Practice Set 1 for Competitive Exams | 50 Important MCQs with Answers & Explanations

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July 08, 2026

 English Practice Set 1


Introduction

Welcome to English Practice Set–1, specially designed for aspirants preparing for WB Gram Panchayat, SSC, Railway, PSC, Banking, TET, Food SI, WBCS, CDS, NDA, and other competitive examinations.

This practice set combines questions from all the important English topics studied earlier. Instead of focusing on a single chapter, it helps you evaluate your overall English preparation in an actual exam-like environment.

Topics Covered

This Practice Set includes questions from:

  • Parts of Speech
  • Tenses
  • Articles
  • Prepositions
  • Subject–Verb Agreement
  • Error Detection
  • Sentence Correction
  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
  • Idioms & Phrases
  • One Word Substitution
  • Phrasal Verbs
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Cloze Test
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Para Jumbles
  • Vocabulary
  • General Grammar

Exam Pattern

ParticularDetails
Total Questions50
Total Marks50
Marks per Question1
Negative MarkingNo
Difficulty LevelEasy to Moderate
Recommended Time30 Minutes

Instructions

  • Read every question carefully.
  • Select the most appropriate answer.
  • Avoid guessing without understanding the context.
  • Complete the test within the recommended time.
  • Check your answers with explanations after attempting all questions.

Section–A: Grammar MCQs

Question 1

Choose the correct sentence.

A. She go to school every day.

B. She goes to school every day.

C. She going to school every day.

D. She gone to school every day.

✅ Answer: B

Question 2

Choose the correct article.

He is ______ honest man.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

Question 3

Choose the correct preposition.

She is interested ______ music.

A. on

B. in

C. at

D. with

✅ Answer: B

Question 4

Choose the correct verb.

Neither the teacher nor the students ______ ready.

A. is

B. was

C. are

D. has

✅ Answer: C

Question 5

Choose the correct tense.

They ______ cricket now.

A. play

B. played

C. are playing

D. have played

✅ Answer: C

Section–B: Fill in the Blanks

Question 6

He ______ his homework yesterday.

A. complete

B. completed

C. completing

D. completes

✅ Answer: B

Question 7

The train arrived ______ time.

A. in

B. on

C. for

D. by

✅ Answer: B

Question 8

Please ______ attention to the teacher.

A. make

B. do

C. pay

D. take

✅ Answer: C

Question 9

The old man looked very ______.

A. weak

B. weakness

C. weakly

D. weaken

✅ Answer: A

Question 10

Everyone should ______ the rules.

A. follows

B. follow

C. followed

D. following

✅ Answer: B

Section–C: Synonyms

Question 11

Choose the synonym of Brave.

A. Coward

B. Courageous

C. Weak

D. Lazy

✅ Answer: B

Question 12

Choose the synonym of Rapid.

A. Slow

B. Fast

C. Weak

D. Small

✅ Answer: B

Question 13

Choose the synonym of Ancient.

A. Modern

B. Old

C. New

D. Fresh

✅ Answer: B

Question 14

Choose the synonym of Begin.

A. End

B. Finish

C. Start

D. Close

✅ Answer: C

Question 15

Choose the synonym of Tiny.

A. Huge

B. Small

C. Tall

D. Wide

✅ Answer: B

Section–D: Antonyms

Question 16

Choose the antonym of Victory.

A. Win

B. Success

C. Defeat

D. Achievement

✅ Answer: C

Question 17

Choose the antonym of Increase.

A. Grow

B. Rise

C. Decrease

D. Expand

✅ Answer: C

Question 18

Choose the antonym of Accept.

A. Receive

B. Reject

C. Admit

D. Agree

✅ Answer: B

Question 19

Choose the antonym of Permanent.

A. Fixed

B. Temporary

C. Stable

D. Constant

✅ Answer: B

Question 20

Choose the antonym of Rich.

A. Wealthy

B. Poor

C. Lucky

D. Strong

✅ Answer: B

Section–E: Error Detection

Question 21

Identify the incorrect part.

She don't like coffee.

A. She

B. don't

C. like

D. coffee

✅ Answer: B

Explanation: "She" is third-person singular, so it should be doesn't.

Question 22

Identify the incorrect part.

He has went to Kolkata.

A. He

B. has

C. went

D. Kolkata

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: After has, use the past participle gone.

Question 23

Identify the incorrect part.

Neither of the boys are absent.

A. Neither

B. boys

C. are

D. absent

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: "Neither" takes a singular verb → is.

Question 24

Identify the incorrect part.

She is senior than me.

A. She

B. is

C. senior than

D. me

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: Use senior to, not senior than.

Question 25

Identify the incorrect part.

The news are very interesting.

A. The

B. news

C. are

D. interesting

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: "News" is singular. Use is.

Section–F: Sentence Correction

Question 26

Choose the correct sentence.

A. He do not know me.

B. He does not knows me.

C. He does not know me.

D. He not know me.

✅ Answer: C

Question 27

Choose the correct sentence.

A. She has wrote a letter.

B. She has written a letter.

C. She has write a letter.

D. She has writing a letter.

✅ Answer: B

Question 28

Choose the correct sentence.

A. I am living here since 2020.

B. I have been living here since 2020.

C. I live here since 2020.

D. I was living here since 2020.

✅ Answer: B

Question 29

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Each student have a notebook.

B. Each students has a notebook.

C. Each student has a notebook.

D. Each student have notebooks.

✅ Answer: C

Question 30

Choose the correct sentence.

A. He is one of the best player.

B. He is one of the best players.

C. He is one of best players.

D. He is one best player.

✅ Answer: B

Section–G: Idioms & Phrases

Question 31

A blessing in disguise means—

A. A hidden danger

B. Something that seems bad but turns out good

C. A lucky person

D. A dangerous situation

✅ Answer: B

Question 32

Once in a blue moon means—

A. Every day

B. Frequently

C. Very rarely

D. Suddenly

✅ Answer: C

Question 33

Hit the nail on the head means—

A. Miss the point

B. Speak exactly correctly

C. Hurt someone

D. Fix something

✅ Answer: B

Question 34

Burn the midnight oil means—

A. Waste electricity

B. Work late into the night

C. Sleep early

D. Cook food

✅ Answer: B

Question 35

Break the ice means—

A. Break something

B. Start a conversation comfortably

C. Become angry

D. Stop talking

✅ Answer: B

Section–H: One Word Substitution

Question 36

A person who cannot read or write is called—

A. Scholar

B. Literate

C. Illiterate

D. Graduate

✅ Answer: C

Question 37

A speech delivered without preparation is—

A. Manuscript

B. Extempore

C. Debate

D. Dialogue

✅ Answer: B

Question 38

A person who loves books is—

A. Bibliophile

B. Biologist

C. Photographer

D. Artist

✅ Answer: A

Question 39

One who knows many languages is—

A. Linguist

B. Polyglot

C. Historian

D. Scientist

✅ Answer: B

Question 40

One who looks on the bright side of life is—

A. Optimist

B. Pessimist

C. Critic

D. Opponent

✅ Answer: A

Section–I: Phrasal Verbs

Question 41

Give up means—

A. Continue

B. Quit

C. Accept

D. Repair

✅ Answer: B

Question 42

Look after means—

A. Search

B. Investigate

C. Take care of

D. Watch

✅ Answer: C

Question 43

The meeting was ______ because of heavy rain.

A. called off

B. looked after

C. turned on

D. given away

✅ Answer: A

Question 44

The police are ______ the matter.

A. looking into

B. looking after

C. looking for

D. looking up

✅ Answer: A

Question 45

Please ______ the lights before leaving.

A. turn on

B. turn off

C. take off

D. put on

✅ Answer: B

Vocabulary Challenge

Question 46

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Accomodation

B. Accommodation

C. Acommodation

D. Accommadation

✅ Answer: B

Question 47

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Government

B. Goverment

C. Government

D. Governmant

✅ Answer: A

Question 48

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Environment

B. Enviroment

C. Environmant

D. Envirenment

✅ Answer: A

Question 49

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Separate

B. Seperate

C. Separate

D. Seperete

✅ Answer: A

Question 50

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Beautiful

B. Beautifull

C. Beautifulll

D. Beautifullly

✅ Answer: A

Section–J: Reading Comprehension

Read the passage carefully and answer Questions 51–55.

Passage

Reading books is one of the best habits a person can develop. It not only increases knowledge but also improves vocabulary, concentration, and communication skills. Students who read regularly generally perform better in examinations because they understand concepts more easily. Reading newspapers, magazines, and informative articles also helps candidates stay updated with current affairs and improve their analytical thinking.

Question 51

What is one major benefit of reading books?

A. It reduces sleep.

B. It improves vocabulary.

C. It wastes time.

D. It increases expenses.

✅ Answer: B

Explanation: The passage clearly states that reading improves vocabulary.

Question 52

Regular readers generally perform better because—

A. they memorize everything.

B. they understand concepts more easily.

C. they study less.

D. they avoid examinations.

✅ Answer: B

Question 53

Reading newspapers mainly helps students—

A. waste time.

B. improve handwriting.

C. stay updated with current affairs.

D. learn mathematics.

✅ Answer: C

Question 54

Which skill is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A. Communication

B. Concentration

C. Vocabulary

D. Driving

✅ Answer: D

Question 55

Choose the most suitable title.

A. Importance of Reading

B. Sports Activities

C. Daily Exercise

D. Healthy Food

✅ Answer: A

Section–K: Fill in the Blanks

Question 56

The teacher advised us ______ hard.

A. study

B. studying

C. to study

D. studied

✅ Answer: C

Question 57

She has lived here ______ five years.

A. since

B. for

C. from

D. by

✅ Answer: B

Question 58

The child is afraid ______ dogs.

A. with

B. from

C. of

D. at

✅ Answer: C

Question 59

Please ______ your seat.

A. take

B. do

C. pay

D. give

✅ Answer: A

Question 60

The train arrived ______ the station on time.

A. at

B. in

C. on

D. into

✅ Answer: A

Section–L: Para Jumbles

Question 61

Arrange the following sentences.

A. Trees provide oxygen.

B. Therefore, everyone should plant more trees.

C. They also reduce pollution.

D. Trees are essential for human life.

Options

A. D-A-C-B

B. A-D-C-B

C. D-C-A-B

D. C-A-D-B

✅ Answer: A

Question 62

Arrange the following.

A. Exercise keeps us healthy.

B. It also reduces stress.

C. Therefore, everyone should exercise daily.

D. Regular physical activity improves fitness.

Options

A. A-B-D-C

B. D-A-B-C

C. A-D-B-C

D. B-A-D-C

✅ Answer: C

Question 63

Arrange the following.

A. Online education has become popular.

B. Students can learn from home.

C. It saves time and travel costs.

D. Hence, many students prefer online learning.

Options

A. A-B-C-D

B. B-A-C-D

C. A-C-B-D

D. D-A-B-C

✅ Answer: A

Section–M: Mixed Grammar

Question 64

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Each boys has a book.

B. Each boy has a book.

C. Each boys have books.

D. Each boy have books.

✅ Answer: B

Question 65

Choose the correct article.

It is ______ European country.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: A

Explanation: "European" begins with the consonant sound /juː/, so a is used.

Question 66

Choose the correct option.

Neither Ram nor his friends ______ coming.

A. is

B. was

C. are

D. has

✅ Answer: C

Question 67

Choose the correct tense.

By next year, she ______ here for ten years.

A. lives

B. lived

C. will have lived

D. has lived

✅ Answer: C

Question 68

Choose the correct preposition.

He insisted ______ paying the bill.

A. at

B. on

C. for

D. with

✅ Answer: B

Section–N: Vocabulary Challenge

Question 69

Choose the synonym of Generous.

A. Selfish

B. Kind

C. Cruel

D. Lazy

✅ Answer: B

Question 70

Choose the antonym of Expand.

A. Increase

B. Grow

C. Contract

D. Develop

✅ Answer: C

Question 71

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Privilege

B. Priviledge

C. Privillage

D. Privlege

✅ Answer: A

Question 72

Choose the meaning of "Break the ice."

A. Break something

B. Start a friendly conversation

C. Damage an object

D. End a meeting

✅ Answer: B

Question 73

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

The students ______ the assignment yesterday.

A. handed in

B. broke down

C. looked after

D. turned up

✅ Answer: A

Question 74

One who writes dictionaries is called—

A. Biographer

B. Lexicographer

C. Archaeologist

D. Geologist

✅ Answer: B

Question 75

Choose the correct spelling.

A. Committee

B. Commitee

C. Committe

D. Comittee

✅ Answer: A

Quick Exam Tips

✅ Read the question carefully before looking at the options.

✅ Eliminate clearly incorrect answers first.

✅ Pay attention to grammar clues such as tense, subject-verb agreement, and prepositions.

✅ In vocabulary questions, consider the context before selecting an answer.

✅ Manage your time effectively and avoid spending too long on a single question.

Final Mixed English MCQs (Questions 76–100)

Question 76

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Everybody have completed the work.

B. Everybody has completed the work.

C. Everybody completed have the work.

D. Everybody has complete the work.

✅ Answer: B

Question 77

Choose the correct preposition.

He succeeded ______ the examination.

A. on

B. at

C. in

D. with

✅ Answer: C

Question 78

Choose the correct article.

She bought ______ umbrella yesterday.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

Question 79

Choose the synonym of Diligent.

A. Lazy

B. Hard-working

C. Careless

D. Weak

✅ Answer: B

Question 80

Choose the antonym of Artificial.

A. Natural

B. Modern

C. False

D. Plastic

✅ Answer: A

Question 81

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

Please ______ the lights before leaving.

A. turn on

B. turn off

C. take off

D. give up

✅ Answer: B

Question 82

Choose the meaning of "A piece of cake."

A. A delicious dessert

B. A very easy task

C. A birthday celebration

D. A difficult problem

✅ Answer: B

Question 83

Choose the One Word Substitution.

One who cannot hear is—

A. Blind

B. Dumb

C. Deaf

D. Lame

✅ Answer: C

Question 84

Choose the correctly spelled word.

A. Embarrass

B. Embarass

C. Embarrass

D. Embarass

✅ Answer: A

Question 85

Choose the correct tense.

By tomorrow, I ______ the project.

A. complete

B. completed

C. will have completed

D. have completed

✅ Answer: C

Question 86

Identify the incorrect part.

He does not likes coffee.

A. He

B. does

C. likes

D. coffee

✅ Answer: C

Explanation: After does not, the base form like is used.

Question 87

Choose the correct sentence.

A. She is married with a doctor.

B. She is married to a doctor.

C. She is married by a doctor.

D. She is married from a doctor.

✅ Answer: B

Question 88

Fill in the blank.

The child was afraid ______ the dark.

A. from

B. of

C. with

D. at

✅ Answer: B

Question 89

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

The plane ______ exactly at 7 a.m.

A. took off

B. gave up

C. looked after

D. put off

✅ Answer: A

Question 90

Choose the synonym of Accurate.

A. Incorrect

B. Exact

C. Careless

D. Wrong

✅ Answer: B

Question 91

Choose the antonym of Ancient.

A. Historic

B. Modern

C. Traditional

D. Old

✅ Answer: B

Question 92

Choose the correct sentence.

A. Neither of the answers are correct.

B. Neither of the answers is correct.

C. Neither answers is correct.

D. Neither answer are correct.

✅ Answer: B

Question 93

Choose the meaning of "Hit the books."

A. Throw books away

B. Read or study seriously

C. Buy books

D. Write a book

✅ Answer: B

Question 94

Choose the One Word Substitution.

One who studies the stars and planets is—

A. Astronomer

B. Astrologer

C. Geologist

D. Botanist

✅ Answer: A

Question 95

Choose the correct spelling.

A. Occasion

B. Ocassion

C. Occassion

D. Ocasion

✅ Answer: A

Question 96

Choose the correct article.

He is ______ MLA.

A. a

B. an

C. the

D. no article

✅ Answer: B

Explanation: "MLA" begins with the vowel sound /em/, so an is used.

Question 97

Choose the correct preposition.

The train arrived ______ the platform.

A. at

B. on

C. in

D. by

✅ Answer: A

Question 98

Choose the correct verb.

Each of the players ______ a medal.

A. receive

B. receives

C. receiving

D. receiveds

✅ Answer: B

Question 99

Choose the correct phrasal verb.

The company decided to ______ a new office.

A. set up

B. break down

C. turn off

D. give away

✅ Answer: A

Question 100

Choose the correct sentence.

A. The information are useful.

B. The information is useful.

C. The informations are useful.

D. Informations are useful.

✅ Answer: B

Score Interpretation

Correct AnswersPerformance Level
90–100🏆 Excellent – Exam Ready
80–89🌟 Very Good – Minor Revision Needed
70–79👍 Good – Keep Practicing
60–69📘 Average – Revise Grammar & Vocabulary
Below 60📖 Needs Improvement – Study Concepts Again

Last-Minute Revision Notes

Before your exam, revise these topics:

  • ✅ Parts of Speech
  • ✅ Tenses
  • ✅ Subject–Verb Agreement
  • ✅ Articles
  • ✅ Prepositions
  • ✅ Error Detection
  • ✅ Sentence Correction
  • ✅ Synonyms
  • ✅ Antonyms
  • ✅ Idioms & Phrases
  • ✅ One Word Substitution
  • ✅ Phrasal Verbs
  • ✅ Fill in the Blanks
  • ✅ Cloze Test
  • ✅ Reading Comprehension
  • ✅ Para Jumbles

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is this Practice Set useful for WB Gram Panchayat Exam?

Yes. This practice set follows the latest competitive exam pattern and is highly useful for WB Gram Panchayat recruitment.

Q2. Which exams can benefit from this Practice Set?

It is useful for:

  • WB Gram Panchayat
  • SSC
  • Railway
  • PSC & WBCS
  • Banking
  • TET
  • Food SI
  • CDS
  • NDA
  • Other State & Central Government Exams

Q3. How many Practice Sets should I solve?

Practice at least 20–30 mixed English Practice Sets along with topic-wise revision for better accuracy.

Q4. What is the best strategy to improve English?

  • Read daily.
  • Learn grammar rules.
  • Revise vocabulary.
  • Solve previous year papers.
  • Attempt mock tests regularly.

Q5. Is daily practice necessary?

Yes. Solving 20–30 English MCQs every day significantly improves speed, confidence, and accuracy.

Conclusion

English Practice Set–1 is designed to strengthen your preparation by covering all major topics in Competitive English. Regular practice of mixed MCQs not only improves your grammar and vocabulary but also enhances your confidence for the actual examination. Complete more practice sets and revise your weak areas consistently to maximize your score.

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